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Appalachian Life Enrichment Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fairmont, WV 26554
Now in Morgantown! Therapy is a place to pause, reflect on what you are seeking in life and explore the barriers preventing you from taking that next step in your journey. Life changes or chronic situations can throw us off course, leaving us to feel out of sync, confused, & disconnected from life. Whether you are looking to reconnect, find purpose, learn new coping skills, process trauma or loss, manage anxiety, deal with shame or make a life changing decision, therapy can be a safe place to discover the power you have within yourself to design your own solutions & find new ways to navigate challenging situations. Multisites!
Now in Morgantown! Therapy is a place to pause, reflect on what you are seeking in life and explore the barriers preventing you from taking that next step in your journey. Life changes or chronic situations can throw us off course, leaving us to feel out of sync, confused, & disconnected from life. Whether you are looking to reconnect, find purpose, learn new coping skills, process trauma or loss, manage anxiety, deal with shame or make a life changing decision, therapy can be a safe place to discover the power you have within yourself to design your own solutions & find new ways to navigate challenging situations. Multisites!
(304) 467-4175 View (304) 467-4175
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Judith (Jude) Black
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC, ALPS, CCTP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Fairmont, WV 26554
I am an ALPS and multi-certified with over 25 years of experience specializing trauma, relationships, military, and life! I am a regular contributor for Home Business & have been featured in Elle Magazine, MTVNews, Modern Loss, Refinery 29, and Military Times and more.
Are you feeling stuck, alone, lost? I can help. Everyone struggles with navigating a world that's often unkind, confusing, and overwhelming. I get it, it's hard to be a human. Having lived all over the world & moved 19 times, I know life can be tricky to navigate. Sometimes you need someone from the outside to help you make sense of life's messy stuff. I can. I've worked in prisons, with veterans, mil-families, trauma victims, govt officials, celebrities, moms, dads, college students, people like you and me, just trying to do life. I'm confident that together, we can shift, adjust, adapt and thrive. Breathe, then get unstuck.
I am an ALPS and multi-certified with over 25 years of experience specializing trauma, relationships, military, and life! I am a regular contributor for Home Business & have been featured in Elle Magazine, MTVNews, Modern Loss, Refinery 29, and Military Times and more.
Are you feeling stuck, alone, lost? I can help. Everyone struggles with navigating a world that's often unkind, confusing, and overwhelming. I get it, it's hard to be a human. Having lived all over the world & moved 19 times, I know life can be tricky to navigate. Sometimes you need someone from the outside to help you make sense of life's messy stuff. I can. I've worked in prisons, with veterans, mil-families, trauma victims, govt officials, celebrities, moms, dads, college students, people like you and me, just trying to do life. I'm confident that together, we can shift, adjust, adapt and thrive. Breathe, then get unstuck.
(304) 467-4109 View (304) 467-4109
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Jamie Downs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, AADC, CCJP
Verified Verified
Fairmont, WV 26554
I provide care for a variety of issues including stress, trauma, anxiety, PTSD, grief, anger, family issues, adjustment issues, depression, and addictions.
Wanting to make positive changes in your life? Ready to overcome limiting beliefs, strengthen self-acceptance, and live more fully in the present moment? I look forward to walking with you on your personal journey to living a more fulfilling life. My name is Jamie Downs and I am a LICSW and Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor providing psychotherapy services and individualized addictions counseling to those living in Morgantown, WV and the surrounding areas. Licensed in WV and PA. Telehealth appointments are also available for individuals in both WV and PA.
I provide care for a variety of issues including stress, trauma, anxiety, PTSD, grief, anger, family issues, adjustment issues, depression, and addictions.
Wanting to make positive changes in your life? Ready to overcome limiting beliefs, strengthen self-acceptance, and live more fully in the present moment? I look forward to walking with you on your personal journey to living a more fulfilling life. My name is Jamie Downs and I am a LICSW and Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor providing psychotherapy services and individualized addictions counseling to those living in Morgantown, WV and the surrounding areas. Licensed in WV and PA. Telehealth appointments are also available for individuals in both WV and PA.
(304) 760-5746 View (304) 760-5746
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Mark A. King
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairmont, WV 26554  (Online Only)
I find it important to meet people where they are in life. Taking the steps towards healing and change is not easy. Exploring values and identifying barriers gives a path towards the things you may want in life. My favorite question to ask is “What do YOU want?”, followed by my second which is “What are YOU doing to get there?” With those two questions you and
I find it important to meet people where they are in life. Taking the steps towards healing and change is not easy. Exploring values and identifying barriers gives a path towards the things you may want in life. My favorite question to ask is “What do YOU want?”, followed by my second which is “What are YOU doing to get there?” With those two questions you and
(304) 245-6602 View (304) 245-6602
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Miranda Riffle
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC, EMDR-C, ALPS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairmont, WV 26554
I work to create a whole-brain and body approach to healing for each individual client through the use of EMDR. I promote seeking balance in life and advocate to help people feel emotionally and mentally empowered. I also take a trauma-informed approach in helping others better understand themselves, their behavior and how this has impacted their life. It is important to me to meet people where they are in seeking change and healing, because I believe this allows people to experience the power of freedom and choice in improving the overall quality of their life.
I work to create a whole-brain and body approach to healing for each individual client through the use of EMDR. I promote seeking balance in life and advocate to help people feel emotionally and mentally empowered. I also take a trauma-informed approach in helping others better understand themselves, their behavior and how this has impacted their life. It is important to me to meet people where they are in seeking change and healing, because I believe this allows people to experience the power of freedom and choice in improving the overall quality of their life.
(304) 449-8629 View (304) 449-8629
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Speaking Life Instilling Hope Counseling Services - Amber Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
Fairmont, WV 26554
I provide individual, couples, or family counseling in order to help facilitate change, healing, and restoration. An ideal client is one who is struggling in life but willing to be open and honest. As your counselor I will listen to you without judgement, hear your story, and learn about the experiences that have impacted who you are. I am looking for clients who want to become the best version of themselves and will work with me to accomplish that. Counseling is similar to life in that it is not always easy and painless, but as your counselor I will be here to walk alongside you in this journey.
I provide individual, couples, or family counseling in order to help facilitate change, healing, and restoration. An ideal client is one who is struggling in life but willing to be open and honest. As your counselor I will listen to you without judgement, hear your story, and learn about the experiences that have impacted who you are. I am looking for clients who want to become the best version of themselves and will work with me to accomplish that. Counseling is similar to life in that it is not always easy and painless, but as your counselor I will be here to walk alongside you in this journey.
(304) 301-5504 View (304) 301-5504
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Clear Connections Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairmont, WV 26554  (Online Only)
Erika is a Licensed Professional Counselor who believes that her clients are the experts in their own lives. She utilizes both evidence-based complementary and alternative practices to help others address their health in a humanistic and multi-faceted way. Erika considers herself to be a generalist who has trained extensively in therapies designed to address
Erika is a Licensed Professional Counselor who believes that her clients are the experts in their own lives. She utilizes both evidence-based complementary and alternative practices to help others address their health in a humanistic and multi-faceted way. Erika considers herself to be a generalist who has trained extensively in therapies designed to address
(304) 318-7649 View (304) 318-7649
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Emily Reel Professional Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC , AADC-S, MAC, SAP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairmont, WV 26554
Change can be difficult, seem impossible, and leave a person feeling overwhelmed, powerless, and destined to stay stuck. I believe that change is achievable, and each person can become the person he/she wants to be in life. The process of change is unique for each person, and it is my goal to empower and encourage each person to identify and harness personal strengths while overcoming problematic thoughts and behaviors. Change is challenging but possible. I would like to help you achieve your change.
Change can be difficult, seem impossible, and leave a person feeling overwhelmed, powerless, and destined to stay stuck. I believe that change is achievable, and each person can become the person he/she wants to be in life. The process of change is unique for each person, and it is my goal to empower and encourage each person to identify and harness personal strengths while overcoming problematic thoughts and behaviors. Change is challenging but possible. I would like to help you achieve your change.
(304) 692-5779 View (304) 692-5779
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Alexandra Ludden
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Fairmont, WV 26554
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of WV, able to virtually meet with people across the state and those near by in office, as they choose . I have six years of experiences in many areas of therapy. I want to help others find their path to gain control of their struggles with mental health issues, and empower them by finding the right tools and ways of thought to bring empowerment to their lives. I have found that my strengths as a therapist include crisis management, depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, BPD, trauma, couples counseling and helping those struggling with gender identity and LGBTQ+ issues.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of WV, able to virtually meet with people across the state and those near by in office, as they choose . I have six years of experiences in many areas of therapy. I want to help others find their path to gain control of their struggles with mental health issues, and empower them by finding the right tools and ways of thought to bring empowerment to their lives. I have found that my strengths as a therapist include crisis management, depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, BPD, trauma, couples counseling and helping those struggling with gender identity and LGBTQ+ issues.
(304) 486-3258 View (304) 486-3258
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Brittney Matlick
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LMFT, NCC, EMDR-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairmont, WV 26554
I work from a person-centered approach to promote an empowering atmosphere for my clients. It is important to me to help clients become aware of their own unique set of strengths that give them the ability to create positive change in their lives and relationships. I am passionate about facilitating growth within clients' marriages, love relationships, parent-child relationships, and any other relationships they wish to strengthen. Rather than focusing strictly on the symptomatic nature of clients' concerns, I take a holistic approach and foster an overall healing of the self.
I work from a person-centered approach to promote an empowering atmosphere for my clients. It is important to me to help clients become aware of their own unique set of strengths that give them the ability to create positive change in their lives and relationships. I am passionate about facilitating growth within clients' marriages, love relationships, parent-child relationships, and any other relationships they wish to strengthen. Rather than focusing strictly on the symptomatic nature of clients' concerns, I take a holistic approach and foster an overall healing of the self.
(304) 381-1536 View (304) 381-1536
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Kristin Nicole Johnson-Gibeaut
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC, CTT
Verified Verified
Fairmont, WV 26554  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Kristin is a licensed professional counselor, nationally certified counselor, & certified trauma therapist. Her primary work has been with posttraumatic stress disorder, anxiety, supporting those through phase of life difficulties, sexuality/relationship issues, depression, & assisting those who have or care for those with long term chronic illness & injury. She creates an environment of warmth, caring, humor, & authenticity to help those that want to work on acute issues as well as those who are evolving to be their most grounded & true self. Kristin incorporates creative approaches (art, writing, meditation, guided imagery).
Kristin is a licensed professional counselor, nationally certified counselor, & certified trauma therapist. Her primary work has been with posttraumatic stress disorder, anxiety, supporting those through phase of life difficulties, sexuality/relationship issues, depression, & assisting those who have or care for those with long term chronic illness & injury. She creates an environment of warmth, caring, humor, & authenticity to help those that want to work on acute issues as well as those who are evolving to be their most grounded & true self. Kristin incorporates creative approaches (art, writing, meditation, guided imagery).
(304) 244-1951 View (304) 244-1951

Online Therapists

Photo of Felicia Hooper, Licensed Professional Counselor in Fairmont, WV
Felicia Hooper
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Morgantown, WV 26505
Therapy is about leaning into healing work by exploring our thoughts, feelings, and experiences. So many of us are in need of curated spaces which offer us the means to begin this important work. I believe therapy is one of many pathways for growth, healing, and change. I'm excited to build community with clients who are ready to do the work in the therapy room and carry that work into their lives outside of the therapy room. My clinical approach and lens is often a good match for concerns including life transitions, life stress, depression, anxiety, grief and various forms of loss, and identity-related concerns.
Therapy is about leaning into healing work by exploring our thoughts, feelings, and experiences. So many of us are in need of curated spaces which offer us the means to begin this important work. I believe therapy is one of many pathways for growth, healing, and change. I'm excited to build community with clients who are ready to do the work in the therapy room and carry that work into their lives outside of the therapy room. My clinical approach and lens is often a good match for concerns including life transitions, life stress, depression, anxiety, grief and various forms of loss, and identity-related concerns.
(304) 245-6568 View (304) 245-6568
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Michelle Christy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CADC, EMDR-AC
Verified Verified
Morgantown, WV 26508
My philosophy of healing is like working your way through a set of nesting dolls from the outer doll representing why you want to heal: trauma, attachment/relationship injury, depression, grief, and anxiety. The next doll holds the symptoms, thoughts, and feelings of the first doll. The next doll may may hold your negative beliefs you have perceived about yourself, others, and the world. The next doll may hold consequences and life impairments. The final doll represents your core and authentic self. The person you would be without all of the other dolls in relationship to the unity of mind, soul, heart, body and spirit.
My philosophy of healing is like working your way through a set of nesting dolls from the outer doll representing why you want to heal: trauma, attachment/relationship injury, depression, grief, and anxiety. The next doll holds the symptoms, thoughts, and feelings of the first doll. The next doll may may hold your negative beliefs you have perceived about yourself, others, and the world. The next doll may hold consequences and life impairments. The final doll represents your core and authentic self. The person you would be without all of the other dolls in relationship to the unity of mind, soul, heart, body and spirit.
(844) 818-0748 View (844) 818-0748
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Rhonda Henning
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, ALPS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Morgantown, WV 26501
I’m confident I can help with symptoms of anxiety, depression, PTSD, substance use, relationship upsets, grief, or stress management.
I enjoy working with people involved in the justice system, service members, veterans and families, women and men in recovery from addictive behaviors and adolescents. I offer a safe environment where you will feel comfortable and can openly share without fear of judgment.
I’m confident I can help with symptoms of anxiety, depression, PTSD, substance use, relationship upsets, grief, or stress management.
I enjoy working with people involved in the justice system, service members, veterans and families, women and men in recovery from addictive behaviors and adolescents. I offer a safe environment where you will feel comfortable and can openly share without fear of judgment.
(304) 381-1464 View (304) 381-1464
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Good Heart Therapy Services, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Morgantown, WV 26505
Waitlist for new clients
Therapist working with client with anxiety and depression, specializes in populations with self- harming behaviors and also with clients on the autism spectrum
Therapist working with client with anxiety and depression, specializes in populations with self- harming behaviors and also with clients on the autism spectrum
(304) 244-0518 View (304) 244-0518
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Julia Wingard
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NCC, PLCP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Morgantown, WV 26508
Howdy Howdy! I am Julia, but you can call me Jules. I have always had passion and enthusiasm for helping others. I believe that therapy is a collaborative experience, while I am here to help guide you through life’s challenges, YOU are the creator of positive change and success. In my office, everyone is welcome. All bodies, cultures, sexual identities, beliefs, and backgrounds. I am committed to helping adolescents and adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, self-image issues, stress and other phase-of-life challenges. I believe that everyone deserves access to supportive and affirming care.
Howdy Howdy! I am Julia, but you can call me Jules. I have always had passion and enthusiasm for helping others. I believe that therapy is a collaborative experience, while I am here to help guide you through life’s challenges, YOU are the creator of positive change and success. In my office, everyone is welcome. All bodies, cultures, sexual identities, beliefs, and backgrounds. I am committed to helping adolescents and adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, self-image issues, stress and other phase-of-life challenges. I believe that everyone deserves access to supportive and affirming care.
(681) 202-5393 View (681) 202-5393
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Donna Murray
Counselor, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
Morgantown, WV 26508  (Online Only)
Hello! My name is Donna Murray and I look forward to connecting with you. I’ve had the joy of working in the counseling field for over 25 years in multiple settings including: private practice, inpatient and outpatient, home-based, school-based and residential detox. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the states of Ohio, West Virginia and North Carolina and have been offering counseling services since 1996. Currently, I also serve on the West Virginia Certification Board for Addiction & Prevention Professionals.
Hello! My name is Donna Murray and I look forward to connecting with you. I’ve had the joy of working in the counseling field for over 25 years in multiple settings including: private practice, inpatient and outpatient, home-based, school-based and residential detox. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the states of Ohio, West Virginia and North Carolina and have been offering counseling services since 1996. Currently, I also serve on the West Virginia Certification Board for Addiction & Prevention Professionals.
(304) 403-7450 View (304) 403-7450
Ellie Mental Health
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LPC, AADC, PhD
Verified Verified
Morgantown, WV 26505
We know that caring for your mental health and being vulnerable with someone you just met can seem scary, we do everything that we can to make each Ellie appointment as comfortable and as fun as possible. We aim to walk along this journey with you and provide you with a comfortable place to talk, decompress, do the work, and heal. Our goal is to meet every client where they are through authentic connection because our mission is to compassionately transform the culture of mental health care by providing creative solutions that make wellness accessible in every community.
We know that caring for your mental health and being vulnerable with someone you just met can seem scary, we do everything that we can to make each Ellie appointment as comfortable and as fun as possible. We aim to walk along this journey with you and provide you with a comfortable place to talk, decompress, do the work, and heal. Our goal is to meet every client where they are through authentic connection because our mission is to compassionately transform the culture of mental health care by providing creative solutions that make wellness accessible in every community.
(304) 301-5168 View (304) 301-5168
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Laurel Thornton
Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, EMDR-C, ALPS
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Morgantown, WV 26501
I consider myself a neuro-psychotherapist. I enjoy working with people who want to feel differently and are ready for the things that they know are true to feel true. I enjoy working with any age individual. I help facilitate change for those who would like to have the stresses or large events of the past not have so much power and control over them in the present. I work to empower people to feel more grounded in the present and hopeful about the future.
I consider myself a neuro-psychotherapist. I enjoy working with people who want to feel differently and are ready for the things that they know are true to feel true. I enjoy working with any age individual. I help facilitate change for those who would like to have the stresses or large events of the past not have so much power and control over them in the present. I work to empower people to feel more grounded in the present and hopeful about the future.
(304) 844-9971 View (304) 844-9971
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Lauren Pavlic
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Morgantown, WV 26505
None of my clients are failures or broken because they choose to come to counseling. In fact, I believe everyone grows up learning unspoken rules about what they should and shouldn’t do as a decent human being, when in reality, there’s a lot of rules that simply need to be readjusted. If you're currently struggling with your past, present, or future, let me take some of the burden off your shoulders. I currently am scheduling individual adults, couples, and college students. I especially love to help individuals struggling with relationships issues and folks with low self-esteem/confidence.
None of my clients are failures or broken because they choose to come to counseling. In fact, I believe everyone grows up learning unspoken rules about what they should and shouldn’t do as a decent human being, when in reality, there’s a lot of rules that simply need to be readjusted. If you're currently struggling with your past, present, or future, let me take some of the burden off your shoulders. I currently am scheduling individual adults, couples, and college students. I especially love to help individuals struggling with relationships issues and folks with low self-esteem/confidence.
(304) 316-6630 x5 View (304) 316-6630 x5

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How long does therapy take for grief?

There is no exact timeline for grief counseling. Some people may start to feel better after just a few sessions, while others may take months or longer to feel relief. Some specific approaches, including some types of CBT, may involve a set number of sessions, or therapy may be open-ended until the patient determines they are ready to wrap up. Just as there is no right or wrong way to grieve, there is no right or wrong way to seek therapy for grief.

When should you seek therapy for grief?

Many people mistakenly believe that their grief needs to be debilitating or all-encompassing to warrant therapy. This is not the case. While people who experience severe, prolonged grief—particularly those who are considering self-harm or engaging in unhealthy substance use—are especially likely to benefit from therapy, so too are people whose grief is less intense but still interfering with well-being or daily functioning. In practice, almost anyone struggling to process a loss could benefit from grief counseling.

Can grief be managed without therapy?

Oftentimes, yes. Grief is a near-universal part of being human, and many find that their grief, while profound, does not stop them from participating in day-to-day life and steadily eases over time without outside help. For others, however, the harsh pain of early grief persists for months or years or leaves them unable to function. This group is especially likely to benefit from seeing a therapist, who can guide them through their grief and help them reconnect with the world.

What happens if grief is left untreated?

Because grief does not in itself necessitate therapy, untreated grief will often resolve on its own. However, for some people—particularly those who would qualify for a diagnosis of prolonged grief disorder—untreated grief can be a source of seemingly endless pain or lead them to withdraw from the world. In such cases, treatment can be indispensable, as it can help an individual adapt to the loss and start living again.